A new slate of Texas laws is now in effect in 2026, bringing changes to immigration enforcement, business taxes, eviction procedures and government use of AI.

A renowned sea turtle expert in Texas is leaving her position after 37 years as Texas' coordinator for the Sea Turtle Stranding and Salvage Network (STSSN), which is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. But Dr. Donna Shaver says she didn't make the choice to leave.

Laws affecting immigration enforcement, evictions, artificial intelligence and taxes are set to kick in on Jan. 1.

Bad air quality elevates risks for vulnerable groups, including older adults, children, and people with respiratory illnesses.

Freshman Aaliyah Chavez scored 20 points to help No. 8 Oklahoma defeat Texas A&M 72-50 in a Southeastern Conference opener for both teams on Thursday night.

The 6-4, 191-pound redshirt freshman had a breakout season and was Texas' No. 3 receiver with 29 catches for 516 yards and six touchdowns,

Texas will require students to learn about communism's perils under new social studies curriculum starting 2030. State board approved changes 8-7.

The Texas Longhorns are reportedly trying to sign an SEC wide receiver who wants $4 million for the 2026 season.